Lion: Can't re-download from App store "newer version???"

So I am trying to create a USB backup for booting/repair. Apple has what I thought a great solution here... http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4718
towards bottom of page.
It states you can re-download from the App store from the Purchased tab by using "Option" and clicking on Lion to make it turn to install.
That all works, but when I click on install it says I have a newer version and if I want to install I have to move the other one to the trash.
That seems kind of counter intuitive to me. Any suggestions how I can create a .dmg on a USB drive????
I have my machined backed up to Time Machine so not terribly worried as I could possibly use the Command R on boot to recover, but a thumb drive would be easier. Thanks...Beo63

I see.. I was getting that message on the Lion app page I misunderstood your instructions and was option clicking on the Lion Icon which made 'installed' turn into '£20.99' then when I clicked on the £20.99 I got the same message as you about an older version.
When I quit the app store - reopened and just held option when I clicked on the purchases tab - it worked... second time. with the installed button being dark grey so I could re-download.
If your doing the same as above and still getting the newer version message I'm afraid Im stumped. Best of luck!

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